TOP LOCAL News
By DINAH DUNN
May 14, 2026
CRANFORD, NJ - Cranford officials announced this week that Union County has secured $850,000 in federal funding for pedestrian safety improvements along Kenilworth Boulevard near Lenape Park, a heavily traveled corridor connecting Lenape Park, Nomahegan Park, and the East Coast Greenway.Mayor ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Six Cranford women are among the 2026 recipients of the Union County SHERO Award, an annual honor recognizing women who have made meaningful contributions to their communities through leadership, service, and advocacy.The Union County Board of County Commissioners announced this ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Concerns over escalating public discourse, Cranford’s newly adopted $51.3 million municipal budget, the township’s nearly $9 million capital improvement plan, Orange Avenue Pool membership numbers, and the long-awaited traffic study tied to 750 Walnut Avenue highlighted the Cranford ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The spring sports season at Cranford High School has now passed the halfway point, and with the regular season winding down, many teams are turning their attention toward postseason play. One such team is the CHS girls softball squad, which is building momentum at the right time.The ...
PATERSON, NJ - City, county and state officials gathered Saturday to celebrate the grand opening of Paterson Vista State Park, a newly completed 6.4-acre urban park designed to expand access to open space and recreation in the city.The park, located near the Great Falls National Historical Park, ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ — The county Board of Commissioners adopted a $559 million budget during its April 30 meeting that increases the county-wide tax levy by 2 percent.The tax levy, which is the amount of money that’s raised in property taxes, increased more percentage-wise than it did in 2025 for the ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford: Drive-Thru Food Drive — Saturday, May 9 The need for food never goes away and the Cranford United Methodist Church is holding their monthly collection between 10 and noon.Baroque Music for ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Cranford resident Sean Swift delivered a standout performance at the 2026 Boston Marathon in April, finishing 101st overall and placing fifth among runners age 40 and older in one of the world’s most competitive races. The 2026 field included more than 30,000 participants, with ...
CRANFORD, NJ - On May 1, the Cranford Dramatic Club held its opening night for Fiddler on the Roof, continuing the theater’s 107th season. Fiddler on the Roof opened on Broadway in 1964, with its original run lasting for over 3,000 performances and receiving nine Tony Awards. The musical takes ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Work on the Cranford Public Library expansion project was temporarily halted last month after the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) issued a stop-work order against a subcontractor tied to the site, citing wage theft and multiple labor law violations.According to an April 14 ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Atlantic Health is recognizing its Soothing Paws volunteers in honor of National Therapy Animal Day, celebrating the human and canine teams who bring comfort to patients, visitors and hospital staff.The Soothing Paws program supports Atlantic Health’s healing culture by helping ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — A driver was taken into custody Sunday night after fleeing police and crashing on Orange Avenue, according to a statement from the Cranford Police Department.The crash occurred at approximately 9:55 p.m. on May 3, when officers initially attempted to stop a vehicle for traffic ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Downtown Cranford will turn into a lively, after-hours shopping and social destination on Friday, May 8, as the Cranford Woman’s Club hosts its annual Sip & Shop from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., offering a mix of wine tastings, special promotions, raffles, and community ...
CRANFORD, NJ — A driver was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated following a rollover crash Saturday night on Walnut Avenue, according to a statement from the Cranford Police Department.Police said officers responded at approximately 10:34 p.m. on May 2 to a report of a motor vehicle ...
CRANFORD, NJ - With Mother’s Day approaching, the owners of The Cranford Bookstore are offering a curated trio of fiction picks that balance escapism, humor, and emotional depth, just in time for spring gifting. The recommendations come with an extra dose of charm this year, thanks to Bear, Kate’s ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — A new network television drama is bringing lights, cameras and production crews to Cranford Monday, as filming for the upcoming CBS series “Cupertino” takes place on Holly Street.The show, expected to debut during the 2026–27 television season, stars Mike Colter as an attorney who ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Union County says it hit its goal for the 2025-2026 deer management program, which resulted in providing more than 11,000 meals for families in need with the venison that resulted.One hundred and eighty-five deer were killed during the 2025-2026 deer management program, according to ...
CRANFORD, N.J. — An Essex County man was charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault on law enforcement, following an incident late Wednesday night on South Avenue East, according to the Cranford Police Department.Police said officers discovered a stolen and occupied 2013 Nissan ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Every week, Bernie Wagenblast of Cranford Radio compiles what's happening in Cranford: Spring Market Fair — Sunday, May 3 The TBEMC Sisterhood is holding the fair in the temple’s parking lot. A wide variety of products are for sale.Senior Citizen Film Series — Tuesday, May 5 To ...
CRANFORD, NJ - A flash of red in early May has become more than a fleeting sighting for Cranford resident Christine Dyer. It has turned into a yearly ritual, a marker of the season, and a reminder to slow down and pay attention.Dyer, a photographer and author, first encountered a scarlet tanager in ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Donating to a local food drive is getting a little easier this spring, as Cranford scouts bring back a popular “Scouting for Food” effort with a drive-through option designed for busy schedules.On Saturday, May 9, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m., residents can drop off donations without ...
CRANFORD, NJ - A winning night of trivia is turning into a new ice cream flavor in town. CranGPT, the first-place team at the Cranford Fund for Educational Excellence’s (CFEE) 2026 Trivia Night, earned the opportunity to create and name a custom flavor at Vanilla Bean Creamery. That flavor, ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Cranford’s coffee scene continues to grow with the recent opening of Aura Coffee Roasters at 109 Walnut Avenue, bringing a focus on small-batch roasting and house-made ingredients to the downtown.Owner Argjend Berisha and his wife, Fjolla, opened the second Aura location after seeing ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The Township Committee’s April 21 meeting opened with a focus on environmental stewardship, volunteerism, and a slate of spring initiatives, as officials highlighted community engagement efforts alongside upcoming infrastructure projects and seasonal programming.Mayor Kathleen Miller ...
TRENTON, NJ — From betting on elections to controversial wagers on life-and-death events, prediction markets have exploded in popularity. Now, New Jersey lawmakers want to shut some of them down.Lawmakers have introduced two pieces of legislation aimed at regulating prediction markets, platforms ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Since pulling out a thrilling nine-inning victory over Gov. Livingston on April 16, the subsequent week was a challenging one for the Cranford baseball team.The Cougars lost a one-run road game at Watchung Hills, got swept in a two-game series against Watchung Division foe Union ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Pickleball players in Cranford no longer need to plan far in advance or commit to a league to get on the court. With expanded hours, flexible pricing, and multiple drop-in options, the township has made it easier than ever for residents of all skill levels to play.At the Cranford ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Each Arbor Day, communities across the country pause to recognize the value of trees. In Cranford, that tradition is rooted in the memory of one of its most storied landmarks, a towering pepperidge tree known as “Old Peppy,” whose legacy still shapes the town’s landscape and ...
CRANFORD, NJ - A Cranford teenager behind a growing youth sports program is now in the running for a national honor, with voting set to close tomorrow.Cody DeCoons, 14, founder of Sports Sitters, has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur of Impact Award, a national competition recognizing ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — A Newark man was arrested on Tuesday evening after an hours-long standoff with police that began with a domestic incident at a Sandra Circle residence, Westfield Police said in a statement on Wednesday.No one was injured, police said.According to Westfield Police Chief Christopher ...